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Scott Morrison says he followed security officials’ advice in managing relations with the Solomon Islands after the South Pacific neighbor’s leader alleged he’d been threatened with invasion. (Image credit: Mick Tsikas/AP)

Almost four attacks a day have been carried out against medics and healthcare facilities in Ukraine on average since the war began, according to Sky News analysis.

The premier of the British Virgin Islands, who is accused of money laundering and conspiring to import cocaine, will plead not guilty to drug trafficking, his lawyer has said.

Abortion clinics are bracing for protests, harassment and violence if Roe falls  NBC News How Abortion Restrictions In Neighboring States Would Affect Minnesota  WCCO – CBS Minnesota Protecting Minnesotans after Roe  MinnPost Six months ahead of midterms, abortion emerges again as major campaign

New York Times says intel provided by America included location of Russia’s mobile military HQ, was used against ‘many’ of the generals killed in the war

President hails ‘amazing’ achievements of ‘zestful’ Israelis, urges global Jewish unity while predicting further antisemitism surge, sees no prospect of permanent Palestinian deal

Militia group leader tried to ask Trump to authorize them to stop the transfer of power  The Guardian US

Bennett hails Israeli spirit to overcome adversity as tens of thousands expected to flock to parks and nature reserves; IDF bases reopen for visits after coronavirus hiatus

White House scrambles for ways to protect abortion  The Washington Post Forget Disney and Florida, companies won’t be able to stay silent on abortion  CNN Which states would restrict or protect abortion rights if Roe v. Wade is struck down?  CBS News Opinion

Orthodox Jewish advocacy groups are getting ready for a potentially delicate political balancing act if Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade